6:30 a.m. at a busy Sanur intersection waiting for the shuttle service to Amed, the conversation went something like this…
“I don’t care that there’ll be other passengers.”
“I don’t care that there will be stops along the way”
“No, this shuttle will not take hours because it’s going to Ubud first”
I had them on the run, and it was all over when we got down to price…$17.50 for the shuttle versus $50 for a private taxi. They had no comeback…
I’ve been in Amed on the northeastern shore of Bali for a few days. It is quaint and laid back…all about diving, snorkeling, yoga, happy hour and dining. The local warungs serve cheap, delicious food, and there is a smiling person every metre or so who wants to give you a lift somewhere whether or not you want to go.
It is also hot, with humidity close to 100%. Ann (a friend from Dartmouth) and I had to cut our morning walk short today. After a scant five kilometres, we were wringing out our clothes and had exhausted our water supply. The only thing I can do with any enthusiasm is swim. Both ocean and pool are refreshing and empty given the ridiculous impact of the Coronavirus. I feel badly for these sweet people who depend so much on tourism. China is their main market, so you can only imagine how much this hurts.
Tomorrow, Ann and I will do our bit by hiring a car to see some of the local temples. Negotiations start this evening.
Ahmed appears to be a picturesque and welcoming spot, The beauty of their doors conveys a welcoming wish. Good on you for taking on the Taxi Mafia and good luck in today’s negotiations. Love you and this blog!
Wow Susan quite the pics, thanks for sharing, I am guessing the corona virus is not there. This is affecting all over the world. Stay safe, keep washing hand & enjoying
Beautiful pictures. Stay safe
Great post Susan!